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NBA Sets Mavericks–Rockets Preseason Games in Macao on Oct. 9 and 11

The league deepens its China reset with Macao exhibitions brokered by Sands executive Patrick Dumont, also the Mavericks' governor.

Jun 27, 2025; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont arrives at a press conference at the Dallas Mavericks Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/File Photo
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The Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks will play two NBA pre-season games in China next October

Overview

  • The two exhibition games will be played at The Venetian Arena in Macao, a venue owned by Sands China Ltd.
  • The NBA and Sands will host NBA House, NBA Fan Day, youth clinics, and a Community Impact Week led by NBA Cares and Sands Cares.
  • Corporate partners named for the event include Amazon Web Services, Gatorade, Nike, and Tissot.
  • Houston's selection reflects the Rockets' longstanding popularity in China tied to Hall of Famer Yao Ming.
  • The announcement underscores the NBA’s phased return to China after the 2019 rift, with broadcasts set to reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories.